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KITSANA MUONGSENE

Canberra,ACT

Summary

Currently working as a Target Profiler/Investigator for the Australia Border Force (ABF) Illicit Tobacco Taskforce (ITTF) with training under the Counter Network Investigative Strategy (CNIS). I conduct intelligence analysis of complex Priority Illicit Tobacco Network (PITN) maps to assess key capabilities of the network and identify vulnerabilities within the network. Once I identify a vulnerability I provide a target profile report to Senior Investigators to operationalise for warrant activities. I have lead warrant activities in support of ITTF operations and Senior Investigators which have gone to brief and proceeds of crime with the Australian Federal Police (AFP). I have developed strong relationships with ABF offshore international posts over many years targeting movements of ITTF targets and obtaining intelligence. I have a strong passion for criminal profiling and investigations, one of my goals since working with Department of Immigration since 2006 is to work as an Airline Liaison Officer in international post.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

APS 6 Targeter/Investigator

ABF Illicit Tobacco Taskforce
02.2020 - Current
  • Gathering, review and dissemination of intelligence information from human sources, electronic sources, and counterintelligence
  • Influencing and leading multi-agency operations/projects onshore and offshore for purposes of disrupting and dismantling illicit tobacco syndicates
  • Desktop network analysis under the Counter Network Investigative Strategy to develop a map of illicit tobacco network capabilities, enablers and vulnerabilities
  • Target development of entities identified under the Counter Network Investigative Strategy for the purposes to assess vulnerabilities, associates, unexplained wealth, financial vulnerabilities for the purposes to support operational targeting such as surveillance or use of other agency powers
  • Target development of Priority Illicit Tobacco Network Tier One Targets and preparing Centre of Gravity analysis to identify the capabilities, requirements, and areas of vulnerability within the network
  • Knowledge of ABF Powers and resources, working closely with internal or external partners identifying vulnerabilities to create an effect against illicit tobacco networks
  • Working and developing close relationships with international customs agencies driving international operations to synchronize with operations onshore
  • Created useful and timely intelligence products to support field operations
  • Produced multi-source intelligence reports and products for different agency customers
  • Provide support to Senior Investigators with affidavits and search warrant preparation
  • Provide support to Senior Investigators acting as corroborator or conducting Records of Interview
  • Provide support to Senior Investigations collecting and maintaining continuity of evidence management

APS 5 Intelligence Analyst

ABF
09.2017 - 02.2020
  • Created useful intelligence products to support field operations
  • Gather intelligence to support Counter Proliferations Investigators
  • Developed Target development profiles for persons of interest involved in Counter Proliferation illicit activities
  • Providing intelligence operation support in short time frames
  • Documented findings and prepared detailed reports
  • Developed system to support departmental applications through collection, integration and management of data
  • Pursued leads, complaints and referrals to determine occurrence of criminal activities
  • Identifying export offences and issuing warning letters, infringements to companies
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently

ABF Taskforce Cadena Targeter/Investigator

ABF Canberra
09.2015 - 09.2017
  • Target Development profiles for persons involved in operating illegal labour hire syndicates to support
  • Senior Investigators to conduct warrant activities
  • Conducting network analysis of large networks involved in operating illegal labour syndicates with links to organised crime
  • Identifying vulnerabilities in the network using immigration systems and austrac holdings to identify payments moving between illegal workers
  • Preparation of several affidavits for s487 immigration warrants and experience in warrant holder for the execution of s487 immigration warrants
  • Involved in coordinating several operational activities at labour hire farms, residential and business premises
  • Working closely with ABF Field operations teams and immigration investigators
  • Conducting Records of Interviews during warrant activity to obtain intelligence relating to the facilitator of the labour hire syndicate and locations of other farms with illegal workers
  • Interrogation of evidence obtain from warrant activities such as electronic data and physical documents
  • Maintaining continuity of evidence using ABF investigation case management systems and managing case files ensuring all information is up to date
  • Collecting intelligence from community source within Labour Hire syndicates and verifying the intelligence using ABF holdings to support future operational activities
  • Working closely with Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission in preparation of covert strategies to collect information
  • Development of surveillance requests for Targets of interest to identify patterns of behavior
  • Prepared case reports from allegations, interview transcripts of interviews and physical evidence
  • Conducted thorough face-to-face interviews with employers, families, neighbors, friends and suspects and documented investigative findings
  • Pursued leads, complaints and referrals to determine occurrence of criminal activities.

Airport Inspector

Department Of Immigration And Citizenship
09.2012 - 09.2015
  • Conducted records of interview to assess passenger’s intentions for travel to Australia
  • Examine and assess entry of passengers from various countries, administer visas and residency applications according to immigration legislation, rules and policies, and, where necessary, use legal powers to detain and remove illegal entrants
  • Engage and create conversations with individuals to assess and analyze behaviors on the primary line
  • Conduct analysis and profiles of passenger lists for various incoming flights for selected targeting at the primary line to assess travel to Australia
  • Decision making in time pressure environments for cancellation of breach of visa conditions
  • Visa assessments and grants in time pressure situations
  • Adhered to strict screening techniques and procedures while conducting human screenings
  • Authenticated boarding passes, identification, and passports to prevent fraudulent travel
  • Discretely observed behavior and demeanor of travelers and staff to screen for suspicious actions
  • Identified and challenged potentially unauthorized individuals for screening and detention to prevent access to restricted areas
  • Interacted with public to give directions, explain rules and regulations and respond to inquiries
  • Collaborated with area law enforcement and federal investigators to support safe fugitive apprehensions and coordinate investigations
  • Escort passengers for removals and working closely with airline staff to ensure the passengers boards the plane
  • Able to deal with difficult passengers in a professional manner.

Case Manager

Department Of Immigration And Citizenship
01.2010 - 02.2012
  • Managed cased loads for Irregular Maritime Arrivals (IMA) during peak times on Christmas Island and Weipa.
  • Provided visa decisions for IMAs for protection visa caseloads.
  • Conducted Entry Interviews for newly arrived IMAs to assess genuine travel to Australia and identity assessments.
  • Monitored clients' progress and tracked client services to provide crisis interventions.
  • Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
  • Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
  • Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocate for client needs and resolve roadblocks.
  • Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
  • Established and maintained relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Conducted outreach activities to engage local stakeholders in programs.
  • Developed and implemented training programs for staff.

APS 4 Document Examination Assistant

Department Of Immigration And Citizenship
01.2008 - 09.2010
  • Assisted Senior Document Examiners with training presentations and organising materials.
  • Uploading new security features to Document Examination databases.
  • Completed certifications in Document examination, handwriting and imposter training as part of duties in the Document Examination team.
  • Maintain a register of all fraudulent documents sourced from various countries.
  • Worked independently on a daily basis and management of own work priorities.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Profiling

Heritage University

Diploma of Investigations -

Canberra Institute of Technology
Canberra, ACT
02.2016

Some College (No Degree) -

Conwal Associates
Brisbane, QLD

Some College (No Degree) -

Online Courses Australia
Brisbane, QLD

Skills

  • Verbal and written communication
  • Staff management
  • Strong communication skills
  • Concentration
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking
  • Team leadership
  • Integrity
  • Written communication
  • Decision-making
  • Attention to detail
  • Organization and Time management
  • Planning and Coordination

Accomplishments

  • Acting EL1 in the tobacco taskforce for two weeks in September 2023
  • 2019: Austrac 3-day course in relation to Counter Proliferation Financing and Targeting
  • 2018: ABF Investigative Interview Program
  • 2015: AFP Money Laundering 3-day course by Department of Immigration
  • 2014: IBM Identity Insight Training: Analyst Notebook training: Mapping out syndicates, relationships, attributes, locations, facilities, organizations, money, and accounts
  • Presenting of syndicates to executives
  • 2012: Department of Immigration Airport Inspector Training: Visa knowledge, visa cancellation understanding of visa legislation and immigration systems
  • 2010-2012: Deployment Christmas Island/Weipa North QLD Case management and intelligence officer
  • 2008: Facial Image Analysis Training – Department of Immigration.
  • 2019: ABF Special Operations Human Source management phase one/two and three.
  • 2019: Certificate 3: Sports Psychology Certificate 3 online self-study.

Certification

ABF Illicit Tobacco Inspector: Brad NICOLSON

Phone: 0466 857 809

ABF Senior Investigator: Robert SHARMAN

Phone: 0466 427 151

Timeline

APS 6 Targeter/Investigator

ABF Illicit Tobacco Taskforce
02.2020 - Current

APS 5 Intelligence Analyst

ABF
09.2017 - 02.2020

ABF Taskforce Cadena Targeter/Investigator

ABF Canberra
09.2015 - 09.2017

Airport Inspector

Department Of Immigration And Citizenship
09.2012 - 09.2015

Case Manager

Department Of Immigration And Citizenship
01.2010 - 02.2012

APS 4 Document Examination Assistant

Department Of Immigration And Citizenship
01.2008 - 09.2010

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Profiling

Heritage University

Diploma of Investigations -

Canberra Institute of Technology

Some College (No Degree) -

Conwal Associates

Some College (No Degree) -

Online Courses Australia

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